More Americans want a third political party

October 15, 2013 |John-Henry Perera

Jay Janner/Associated Press, Statesman.com

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The Libertarian Party, founded in 1971, is centered around the political philosophy of libertarianism. Their tagline is "minimum government, maximum freedom." Although a former GOP congressman, Ron Paul considers himself a lifetime member of the party and was nominated in 1988 as their presidential candidate.

The Libertarian Party, founded in 1971, is centered around the political philosophy of libertarianism. Their tagline is "minimum government, maximum freedom." Although a former GOP congressman, Ron Paul considers himself a lifetime member of the party and was nominated in 1988 as their presidential candidate.